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Curriculum ($1097.00)
Course consists of 15 weeks of online classes and a 3 day in person clinical training. Upon completion students will receive three certifications Birth Doula, CPR & Community Breastfeeding educator
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Topics covered will include:
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History of Doulas
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Vocabulary, Anatomy & Physiology of Birthing Individuals
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Racial and Gender disparities in birth
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supporting clients through reproductive loss
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Physical & Emotional support techniques
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CPR training
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Lactation training
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Supporting clients that have experienced trauma
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and much more!
FAQ
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What will I learn during this course
Students can expected to learn the fundamentals of doula care including physical and emotional comfort measure techniques. We will also deep dive into the obstacles birthing individuals face in maternal health such as racial and gender disparities. You will learn how to support your client through reproductive loss. As well as, common interventions and procedures during labor and delivery. We don't just stop there however, you will also learn prenatal yoga techniques, How to support your client with breast feeding, proper nutrition during pregnancy and become CPR certified. It is our goal here at GHI that you leave our program fully empowered and capable to support your clients
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What certification will I have after this course
Upon completion, you will receive three certifications; Birth Doula, Community breastfeeding educator, & CPR
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What type of employment can I get with this certification
Certified Doulas can apply for positions in hospitals, agencies, birth centers and even go into business for them selves! Certified doulas are currently in demand and the job market is expected to grow by 18% in the next 5 years. Also there is currently a bill in congress that will allow for doulas to be paid for through medicaid ( that's huge)! Once passed the demand for doulas will skyrocket due to more assessable funds.
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How long does the course last?
The course runs for 16 weeks. The first 15 weeks consists of online lectures and trainings. The last week consist of a 3day in person clinical training
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Is this a self paced course?
No. The course follows a specific schedule and you are guided through it by an instructor.
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What will a typical week look like for me while taking this course.
You will have assigned pages to read over the weekend to introduce you to the material that will be taught in the upcoming lecture. On Monday a lecture or training will be released. You have Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday to watch it. Each lesson comes with an assigned worksheet and discussion question. On Wednesday your first initial post to the discussion question is due. By Friday two responses to a classmate's discussion posts are due along with the worksheet that corresponds with the lesson. *There will be 4 Quizzes throughout the course and an oral presentation
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Will there be ongoing support after the course is over?
Yes! All students that graduate from our program will have the opportunity to join Chicago Volunteer Doulas. As a member of CVD you will receive three months of mentorship from a seasoned doula, as well as, the opportunity to shadow them in a delivery. CVD also provides monthly leads from individuals seeking doula support .
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If I am not located in IL or IN can i still take the program?
Yes! GHI has Certified doulas from multiple states! With the majority of the program being online it makes the process very easy. You can take the online portion of the course where ever you are located. You must be present for the in person clinical training however. This training happens over the course of a weekend so our out of state students will have to plan a weekend trip to chicago for that portion of the course.
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Are there payment plan options for this program?
Yes! There is a 3 and 4-month payment plan option for this program. Just click the drop-down arrow next to the price on the enrolment page to see those options.
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